This is a new version of Aristotle's "Poetics," translated from the Greek exemplar of the most recent edition, with emendations. It includes two appendices: one concerning the offices of tragedy, and another concerning the origin of dramatic poetry among the Greeks. This volume offers a fresh perspective on Aristotle's seminal work, making it accessible to modern scholars and students interested in classical literature and philosophy. The new translation seeks to provide a more accurate and nuanced understanding of Aristotle's original intent, inviting readers to reconsider established interpretations. This edition is valuable for those studying classical drama, literary theory, and the history of aesthetics.
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